The Zach Lowe Show

LeBron James has signed with the Philadelphia 76ers! Zach is joined by Chris Ryan and Michael Pina to break down what this signing means. They discuss if this makes Philly a title contender, whether Embiid could be traded, and how this offense will function with so many options.  (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (1:42) Chris Ryan and Michael Pina join the show! (8:41) Does this make Philly a title contender?  (26:05) This offense is going to work (32:43) Should they consider trading Embiid?  (44:30) It feels weird for LeBron to be on...

Zach is joined by Grant Liffmann to once again ponder what is happening with LeBron James. Then, they draft the 10 most interesting extension candidates and share their honorable mentions. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (1:33) Grant Liffmann joins the show! (2:11) Still on LeBron watch (6:23) Keyonte George (12:48) Anthony Davis (18:56) Zion Williamson (22:22) Rudy Gobert (26:12) Dejounte Murray (30:05) Michael Porter Jr. (40:51) Ausar Thompson (45:39) Pascal Siakam (49:16) Brandin Podziemski (54:45) Jaylen Wells (57:44) Honorable mentions Host: Zach...

Zach is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss the news, or lack thereof, of LeBron James's free agency decision. Then, it’s time for the relegation zone draft where they rank the most intriguing teams that may find themselves in the relegation zone next season. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (1:33) Rob Mahoney joins the show! (6:00) LeBron is still good enough to fit with any team (8:15) The relegation zone draft (9:47) Memphis Grizzlies (17:44) New Orleans Pelicans (27:44) Chicago Bulls (34:47) Thoughts on the free throw rule in...

Fresh off Adam Silver’s press conference, Zach is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to react to updates on Kawhi Leonard. Plus, they discuss LeBron landing spots, Wemby’s new contract, and the altercation between Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro. Finally, Sean Fennessey stops by for an All-Star break edition of Mets Corner! (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (1:21) Kirk Goldsberry joins the show! (1:43) Adam Silver’s update on Kawhi Leonard (10:28) On Gary Trent Jr.’s contract (13:59) How did we get here with Kawhi? (20:04) Is free agency less explosiv...

Zach is joined by Howard Beck to discuss the Kawhi Leonard trade possibly not going through due to the NBA's ongoing investigation. Next, they discuss Donovan Mitchell's contract extension, where LeBron could end up, and the Summer League debuts of AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (03:12) Will the Kawhi trade go through? (21:58) Donovan Mitchell's contract extension (44:41) LeBron's next team (53:16) Summer League debuts Host: Zach LoweGuests: Howard BeckProducers: Jonathan...

Zach is joined by Bobby Marks to break down the Jaylen Brown trade! Why did it happen now, and what does it mean for both teams? Plus, they break down all the other big moves so far and discuss what’s going on in Denver. Then, Dan Woike comes on to recap the Lakers' offseason and preview what the team will look like this season. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (1:42) Bobby Marks joins the show! (11:03) Why do the analytics not favor Jaylen Brown? (25:11) Why this deal for Jaylen Brown, and wh...

Zach is joined by Mo Dakhil to react to the Celtics trading Jaylen Brown to the 76ers. They discuss what this means for the 76ers and Celtics and cover the Lakers getting Walker Kessler. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (1:45) Mo Dakhil joins the show! (4:11) Shocked at how little Boston got in return (10:49) This was the worst outcome for Boston (19:58) What will the Celtics look like next season? (21:51) Should Boston have gone all in on Giannis? (24:56) We have to take Philly seriously now (31:20...

Zach is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss the Kawhi trade, LeBron announcing that he will not return to the Lakers, and Ja being traded to the Trail Blazers. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!(02:56) Kawhi traded to the Raptors(22:59) LeBron is leaving the Lakers(29:14) Rob and Zach's ideal teams for LeBron(46:33) Ja Morant traded to the Trail Blazers Host: Zach LoweGuest: Rob MahoneyProducers: Jonathan Frias, Michael Szokoli, Mike WargonSocial: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli The...

Zach is joined by Michael Pina to break down everything ahead of the official start of NBA free agency. They cover the moves that have already happened and discuss who the main character of the offseason will be. Finally, they share their thoughts on the Suns acquiring Miles Bridges. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (1:14) Michael Pina joins the show! (1:46) Most intriguing move we already know of (4:56) Main character no. 1 - Kawhi Leonard (13:06) Main character no. 2 - Jaylen Brown (17:24) Zach’s thoughts on analytics-gate (22:42) Teams th...

Zach is joined by Jon Krawczynski and Mo Dakhil to make sense of the Timberwolves acquiring LaMelo Ball. They discuss what Minnesota’s offense will look like, how Naz Reid fits in Charlotte, and other trades made around the league. Then, Sean Fennessey joins for Mets Corner after a particularly embarrassing stretch. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (1:40) Jon Krawczynski and Mo Dakhil join the show! (5:52 ) Initial thoughts on the LaMelo Ball trade (12:26) The fit with Minnesota should work (18:02) Why did Charlotte do this? (26:48) What will Minnesota mi...

Zach is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to break down the Bucks trading Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Heat. They cover what Miami’s offense will look like and what’s next for Boston after missing out. Plus, they share their thoughts on all the early signings around the league. Then, Jonathan Givony comes on to recap the first round of the NBA draft and share his favorites along the way. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!(01:29) Kirk Goldsberry joins the show!(02:50) Giannis traded to the Heat(13:14) Where does Miami stand now?(28:51) What’s next f...

Zach is joined by Jonathan Givony to discuss the looming Giannis trade, who will go first overall to the Wizards in this year’s NBA draft, and which teams have the potential for the most interesting offseason. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (01:34) Jonathan Givony joins the show! (4:00) Looming Giannis trade (9:17) Who is going first? (20:50) Trae Young declines his option (28:15) Nets must get going (32:21) Risers and fallers (38:08) Most interesting offseason teams Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Jonathan Givony Pr...

Zach is joined by J. Kyle Mann to dive deep into this year’s draft class ahead of next week’s draft. They parse through where the stars at the top of the draft will end up, compare them to pros, and discuss team needs. Then, The Athletic's Jared Weiss joins to break down what went wrong for the Spurs, what’s next for Wemby, and how they will look to improve next season. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (1:39) J. Kyle Mann joins the show! (6:44) Darryn Peterson will work out only for Washin...

Zach is joined by Sean Fennessey to discuss what the Knicks winning the title means for the city of New York. Then, Fred Katz comes on to share the moments he’ll remember forever from the Knicks run and debate if Jalen Brunson is the greatest Knick of all time. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (1:36) Sean Fennessey joins the show! (13:20) Were the Spurs not well conditioned enough?  (18:19) You knew the Knicks would close the gap when they fell down big again (20:20) There was zero doubt in Jalen Brunson las...

Zach is joined by Ian Begley to try to make sense of the Knicks' miraculous Game 4 comeback. They discuss OG Anunoby’s tip-in, debate who the MVP should be, and question what the Spurs need to do moving forward. Finally, they try to contextualize the run that this Knicks team is on. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (1:57) Ian Begley joins the show! (4:36) What will you remember most from this game? (10:52) On Josh Hart's end-of-game play (25:51) It will be difficult for the Spurs to recover from this (33:12) Sh...

Zach is joined by Kirk Goldsberry and David Jacoby to talk about the Spurs' Game 3 victory over the Knicks. They break down what led to Victor Wembanyama’s success, what Jalen Brunson needs to change, their thoughts on the president’s attendance, and what they thought of the officiating. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (1:28) Kirk Goldsberry and David Jacoby join the show! (8:34) Wemby attacked the rim early (18:53) The Knicks need Karl-Anthony Towns to be more aggressive (22:23) Let’s talk about the officiating (30:51) Does Shai Gilgeous-Alexander compete agains...

Zach is joined by Jon Krawczynski for an instant reaction to the Knicks' Game 2 win. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!(02:00) A magical Knicks run(04:55) KAT is dominating the series(08:04) Mike Brown is pressing all the right buttons(14:05) Last 60 seconds of the game(26:02) Possibly the most dominant run of all time?(30:39) Harper needs to play more(43:49) Jalen Brunson the greatest Knick of all time? Host: Zach LoweGuests: Jon KrawczynskiProducers: Jonathan Frias and Michael SzokoliSocial: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli <...

Zach is joined by Stan Van Gundy to recap Game 1 of the NBA Finals. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!(01:31) A very intense Game 1(06:23) Wemby's worst game of the year?(09:16) Hart's impact(10:16) Spurs need to make adjustments(13:29) How can the Spurs get Wemby better possessions?(18:33) Spurs should match Wemby's minutes with Brunson(28:36) Fox is a looming issue(41:09) Best officiated game of the year?(44:50) Knicks have sports magic(58:28) Extras around the league Host: Zach LoweGuests: Stan Van GundyProducers: Jonathan Frias...

Zach is joined by a lineup of special guests to preview the NBA Finals, relive their favorite playoff moments, and settle a long-running beef once and for all. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!(01:33) Gary Payton joins the show(04:44) Facing the Bulls in the Finals(06:30) Being involved with the future Seattle franchise(14:43) Tim Legler joins the show(20:19) Expectations for the Knicks offense(23:50) X-factors in the Finals(29:57) Robert Horry joins the show(36:48) Horry's time with the Lakers(42:37) Does Horry belong in the Hall of Fame?(47:12) Ian Begley...

Zach is joined by Mo Dakhil to breakdown the NBA Finals between the Knicks and the Spurs, before Andrew Schlect joins to discuss what's next for the Thunder. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!(01:37) Finals are set, welcome fairweather fans(06:16) OG defending Wemby(15:00) Mitchell Robinson could swing the Finals(28:22) How will the Knicks attack the Spurs(45:09) Will we see OG at center?(47:08) Transition game(50:39) Finals predictions(58:58) Andrew Schlect joins!(01:00:26) Two extremes for OKC(01:08:15) Will OKC chase Giannis?(01:15:50) Why did Chet vanish?(01:18:07) OKC's roster construction<...